2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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 B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B5 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
