2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny 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 419 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
