2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry 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 449 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cherry. 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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B5 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
