1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 282 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B6 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
