1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 440 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 2009 Ferrari 599 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. 2009 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B6 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
