1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 65 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |