1997 Alpina B6 vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, both 1997 Alpina B6 and 1997 Nissan Laurel were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 62 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. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B6 | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B6 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
