1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 306 (241 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 306 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B6 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
