1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B6 | 308 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |