1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 445 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B6 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
