2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP) has 432 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Alpina B5 | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B5 | Vanette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2080 mm |