2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 922 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
