1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1992 Alpina B6
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1992 Alpina B6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | 75 | B6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
