2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
