2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B 10 | Luce |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |