1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1995 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1995 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Alpina | Lincoln |
Model | B6 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |