1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 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 90 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B6 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
