2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
