1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1973 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca M530 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 258 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | Alpina | Matra-Simca |
| Model | B6 | M530 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
