2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
