2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza 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 399 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. 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 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
