1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 265 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B6 | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
