1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 19 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2011 BMW 125 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. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
