1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2004 Alpina B3
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2004 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpina |
| Model | B6 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
