2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
