1979 Alpina B6 vs. 1979 BMW 728
To start off, both 1979 Alpina B6 and 1979 BMW 728 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Alpina B6.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpina B6 | 1979 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 728 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
