1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 6 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 225 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | B6 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
