1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Alpina B6. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6. 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
