1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 92 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B6 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 220 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 | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
