1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1974 BMW 3
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 108 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1974 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
