1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 1 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B6 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
