1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 12 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 92 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B6 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |