1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
Model | B6 | 98 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |