1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1995 Alpina B6 and 1995 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 194 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 1995 Peugeot 406 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. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B6 | 406 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |