2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 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 259 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 10 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
