2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 389 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina B5 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 2007 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird, 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B5 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
