1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 320 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B6 | E |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |