1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2007 Alpina D3 has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alpina |
| Model | 929 | D3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
