1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 495 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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 2005 BMW 530 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. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B6 | 530 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |