1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B6 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
