1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 18 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 151 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Alpina | Scion |
| Model | B6 | tC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
