1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Alpina B6. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1995 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 1995 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1995 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
Model | B6 | Catalina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6891 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |