1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1997 BMW Z3
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 68 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1997 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
