1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS 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 176 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS. 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B6 | IS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
