2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 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 253 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (239 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 77 L |
