2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 121 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 414 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 845 kg more than 1981 Mazda 121. 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Alpina | 121 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
