1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Mazda | Alpina |
Model | 929 | B7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3211 mm |