1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Sentia | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Mazda | Alpina |
Model | Sentia | B3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |