1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1969 AMC AMX
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 77 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6. 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1969 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Alpina | AMC |
| Model | B6 | AMX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 6384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
