1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 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 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 47 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 181 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
