1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 356 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
| Model | B6 | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
