1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B6 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
