1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 160 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
