2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 367 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 780 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia. 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 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Alpina | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
