2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 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 399 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B7 | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |