1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Alpina | McLaren |
Model | B6 | F1 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |