1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 10 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 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 430 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740. 2005 BMW 740 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. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2005 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
