1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6. 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B6 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 379 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
