1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 13 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (309 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 211 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B6 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 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 | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
