2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B7 | 929 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |