1980 Alpina B6 vs. 1980 BMW M1
To start off, both 1980 Alpina B6 and 1980 BMW M1 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1980 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:
| 1980 Alpina B6 | 1980 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 273 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
