1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1999 BMW 529
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 4 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 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 136 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 120 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 1999 BMW 529 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B6 | 529 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |