1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 495 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 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 M5 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2888 mm |
