1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1995 BMW 528
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 255 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 1995 BMW 528 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B6 | 528 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |