1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alpina | Rover |
Model | B6 | P4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |