1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1986 BMW M6
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 180 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1986 BMW M6 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B6 | M6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |