1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 344 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Alpina B6 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B6 | Range Rover Evoque |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1669 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2662 mm |