1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 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 225 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Triumph |
| Model | B6 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
