2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
