1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 91 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
| Model | B6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
