1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 232 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Alpina | Holden |
Model | B6 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |