1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B6 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
