2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
