2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline 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 358 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B5 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
