1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 1999 Infiniti I is newer by 6 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
Because 1993 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1999 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
| Model | B6 | I |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
