1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 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 41 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
Because 1993 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Alpina | Saab |
| Model | B6 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
