1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B6 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
