1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1998 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 5 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1025 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1998 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B6 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |