1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
