1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 17 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 2010 Suzuki Equator 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. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B6 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 381 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
