2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1992 Alpina B6
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 635 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1992 Alpina B6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpina |
| Model | B7 | B6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
