1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 733 more horse power than 1995 Alpina B6. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1995 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 887 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Alpina | SSC |
| Model | B6 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
