2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B5 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 93 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 | 1720 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
