1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 696 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 2010 Ford Explorer 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. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2888 mm |
