2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
