1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 20 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B6 | 330 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |