1991 Alpina B vs. 1991 Saab 9000

To start off, both 1991 Alpina B and 1991 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 451 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Alpina B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Alpina B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.

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