2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |
