2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1971 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 10 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
