2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-3 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 392 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
