2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2200 mm |
