2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1974 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1974 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1974 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B7 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
