1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini A3C would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Alpina | Bizzarrini |
| Model | B6 | A3C |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
