1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1998 Nissan Crew is newer by 6 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 108 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Crew. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Nissan Crew. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B6 | Crew |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
