1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 757 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B6 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
