1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan 260 ZX 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 114 more horse power than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B6 | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |