1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 19 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 100 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B6 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
