1999 AC Aceca vs. 1993 Alpina B6
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1993 Alpina B6 | |
Make | AC | Alpina |
Model | Aceca | B6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |