1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34. 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ginetta |
| Model | B6 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |
