1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban 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 229 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 695 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban. 1973 GMC Suburban 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. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
