1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 650T 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 309 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1966 Steyr 650T. 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Alpina | Steyr |
Model | B6 | 650T |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |