1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 4 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 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 155 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alpina | Beijing |
| Model | B6 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
