1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry 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 153 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6.
Because 1992 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B6 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
