1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 571 kg more than 1993 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B6 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
