1991 Alpina B vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. 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 93 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (317 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 134 kg more than 1991 Alpina B.
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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B | S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
