1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 7 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 630 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
