2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B5 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
