2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
