2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B3 | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |