1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 495 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2940 mm |
