1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Alpina | TVR |
Model | B6 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 791 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |