2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7. 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 B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
