1986 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 BMW M6. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | BMW | Alpina |
Model | M6 | B7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |