1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 625 kg more than 1995 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B6 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
