1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1962 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B6 | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
