1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1989 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 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 285 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1989 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B6 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
