1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1110 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 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 2009 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B6 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |
