1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1995 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 2 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 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 445 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, 1995 Ferrari F512 M (500 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1995 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B6 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
