2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B7 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |