1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 202 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | B6 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |