1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Alpina B6. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B6 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
