1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B 10 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |