1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1984 BMW 318
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 318 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 135 more horse power than 1984 BMW 318. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 BMW 318. 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 @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 318. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1984 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
