1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 11 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 26 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 225 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown. 2003 Toyota Crown 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. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Alpina B6 2003 Toyota Crown
Make Alpina Toyota
Model B6 Crown
Year Released 1992 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2752 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 238 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2760 mm


 

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