1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 277 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B6 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
