1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Alpina | Italdesign |
Model | B6 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |