2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Audi S6
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1996 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
