2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 16 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 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 197 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929.
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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 10 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
