1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 21 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 725 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.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B6 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B6 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |