1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Polara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Polara would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 155 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 1968 Dodge Polara 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. 1968 Dodge Polara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B6 | Polara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
