1991 Alpina B 12 vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B 12 | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
