1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 20 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 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
