1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 16 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B6 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
