2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
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 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 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 424 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |
