1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 421 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 1976 Buick LeSabre 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. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B6 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |