1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1966 Alvis TF
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alvis TF.
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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1966 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Alpina | Alvis |
| Model | B6 | TF |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
