2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B5 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2160 mm |
