1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1991 Alpina B
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 541 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1991 Alpina B | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpina |
| Model | B6 | B |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
