1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 285 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B6 | S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
