1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 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 47 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 145 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B6 | 540 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |