1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 15 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | B6 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2416 mm |