2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B5 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
