1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 160 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | B6 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |