2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1980 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 1980 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B7 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |