2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 417 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 853 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. 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 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Alpina | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
