1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 126 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1976 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
