1997 Alpina B6 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1997 Alpina B6 and 1997 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 242 kg more than 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B6 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B6 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
