1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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 70 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 200 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B6 | 120 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |