1999 Alpina B6 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 1999 Alpina B6 and 1999 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 969 kg more than 1999 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. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B6 | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B6 | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |
