1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 65 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B6 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2703 mm |
