1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra 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 125 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B6 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
