1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 885 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express 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. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B6 | Express |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |