1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alpina |
| Model | Familia | B7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
