1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2006 BMW 750
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 14 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 625 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 2006 BMW 750 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. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2006 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
