1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 317 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
