1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 20 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 39 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 178 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Alpina B6 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B6 | ATS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |