2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
