1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 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 56 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 320 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
