1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Alpina B6. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 915 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6. 2000 Bentley Continental 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. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
