1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 217 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B6 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
