1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 17 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 63 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 60 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
