2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. 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 D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | D3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
