1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 13 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 425 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B6 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2940 mm |
