1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 14 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 435 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, 2007 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 2007 BMW 630 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. 2007 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2007 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
