1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Alpina | Panoz |
Model | B6 | AIV |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |