1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1995 Alpina B6
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1995 Alpina B6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | Alfa 6 | B6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |