1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 293 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B6 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
