1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 758 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B6 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
