1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta 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 144 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta 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, 1987 Lancia Delta 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alpina | Lancia |
| Model | B6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
