1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alpina B6 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 1992 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Saab 93, 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Alpina | Saab |
| Model | B6 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
