2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 Alpina B6
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1992 Alpina B6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpina |
| Model | B3 | B6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
