Alpina B6 Gran Coupe Undergoes Testing

Jason · 04-24-2013, 08:55 AM

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Alpina B6 Gran Coupe Undergoes Testing

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Alpina trotted out its upcoming B6 Gran Coupe for some Spring time testing and we've caught it fitted with Alpina front lip, trunk wing, wheels and exhaust system. The aero parts remain unpainted and no Alpina rear diffuser/bumper has yet been installed.

For an idea of what the specs may be for the B6 Gran Coupe, the 2013 Alpina B6 Coupe features 540hp / 730nm (538 lb-ft) torque, with a top speed of 334 km/h - based on BMW 4.4L V8 motor. How do those specs stack up against the M6 in the performance department? Check out the Sport Auto comparo results below.

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bizzyqu · 04-24-2013, 10:40 AM

That's a mean mama-jama

Doctor///M · 04-24-2013, 10:41 AM

Another model? Fantastic.

zamboni · 04-24-2013, 10:44 AM

Based on the comparison you won't gain much performance, I rather go with the M6 since both cars are very close in term of pricing.

kdbryce · 04-24-2013, 10:54 AM

Hate the spoiler.

e92dave · 04-24-2013, 11:04 AM

I think the front lip looks out of place, don't love the spoiler, but other than that, what a beauty. Much muchh sleeker than the b7

Mani59 · 04-24-2013, 11:05 AM

Don't like that spoiler

GOLFFRR · 04-24-2013, 11:15 AM

sweet. Im a fan of alpina so Im sure this will be a great car at the end

clbmw · 04-24-2013, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by e92dave

I think the front lip looks out of place, don't love the spoiler, but other than that, what a beauty. Much muchh sleeker than the b7

Looks like its had an accident from the front

Shame as alpina are usually stunning

touringfanatic · 04-24-2013, 11:42 AM

Looks nice, will see how it looks in production form. I wish Alpina expands on to cover lower range models. As for people comparing times between B6 and M6, they're different beasts with different purposes.

335dM · 04-24-2013, 11:53 AM

M6 faster stock ?????
How come?

Aventador97 · 04-24-2013, 12:00 PM

This car is fantastic. I love the six-series stock but this takes it to a new level. I love the body kit, it isn't a fast and the furious, but a nice notable but tasteful mod. Car looks great, I will be a costumer!

bizzyqu · 04-24-2013, 12:09 PM

I like the spoiler, reminds me of the XK-RS, goes better with a sportier color than grey

TK-421 · 04-24-2013, 12:24 PM

That side profile of even the base Gran Coupe is fucking gorgeous. Put an M6 trunk spoiler on the Alpina and I'd be all over it.

Matski · 04-24-2013, 05:35 PM

Alpina should work their magic on the V12 TT, slot it in this and boom.. greatest car ever made.

ayu910 · 04-24-2013, 05:49 PM

Very interesting, B6 is almost 1 sec faster than the already monster M6 in mid range 80-120/140/160 km/h flexibility 4th/5th gear acceleration. Over boost function? Different gearing?

M3V8X5V8 · 04-24-2013, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zamboni

Based on the comparison you won't gain much performance, I rather go with the M6 since both cars are very close in term of pricing.

Agreed!

335dM · 04-24-2013, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayu910

Very interesting, B6 is almost 1 sec faster than the already monster M6 in mid range acceleration. Over boost function? Different gearing?

Opposite!!!
Its slower

335dM · 04-24-2013, 07:10 PM

Look at the chart!
It's slower than the stock M6!!!!!
WTF??

Enilder · 04-24-2013, 07:12 PM

Dislike the front bumper. Not much to say about the rear spoiler.

Overall, I'd take M6 over this any day.

ayu910 · 04-24-2013, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 335dM

Opposite!!!
Its slower

Quote:

Originally Posted by 335dM

Look at the chart!
It's slower than the stock M6!!!!!
WTF??

Too be little more clear, "B6 is faster in mid range 80-120/140/160 km/h flexibility 4th/5th gear acceleration".

335dM · 04-24-2013, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayu910

Quote:

Originally Posted by 335dM

Opposite!!!
Its slower

Quote:

Originally Posted by 335dM

Look at the chart!
It's slower than the stock M6!!!!!
WTF??

Too be little more clear, "B6 is faster in mid range 80-120/140/160 km/h flexibility 4th/5th gear acceleration".

Well 0-60 is slower , 1/4 as well by quite a bit.
Most people compare these 2!
I don't like the B6 at all
Would rather take B7 or M6
Rear spoiler is inappropriate and front end looks terrible .
Whatever
Marketing wins all the time....
Alpina wins often!

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e92dave Private 0 Rep 94 Posts Drives: 08' e92 335i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: boston, ma iTrader: (0)	I think the front lip looks out of place, don't love the spoiler, but other than that, what a beauty. Much muchh sleeker than the b7
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335dM Major 140 Rep 1,363 Posts Drives: 335d m package Join Date: May 2011 Location: montreal iTrader: (0)	M6 faster stock ????? How come?
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Matski Captain 161 Rep 842 Posts Drives: A slow BMW Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: England iTrader: (0)	Alpina should work their magic on the V12 TT, slot it in this and boom.. greatest car ever made.
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ayu910 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 36 Posts Drives: X5 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Very interesting, B6 is almost 1 sec faster than the already monster M6 in mid range 80-120/140/160 km/h flexibility 4th/5th gear acceleration. Over boost function? Different gearing? __________________ 2012 750iAH Mineral White 2014 550i GT M Sport Alpine White Last edited by ayu910; 04-24-2013 at 07:58 PM..
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335dM Major 140 Rep 1,363 Posts Drives: 335d m package Join Date: May 2011 Location: montreal iTrader: (0)	Look at the chart! It's slower than the stock M6!!!!! WTF??
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Enilder First Lieutenant 15 Rep 349 Posts Drives: Porsche Macan S Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northeast iTrader: (0)	Dislike the front bumper. Not much to say about the rear spoiler. Overall, I'd take M6 over this any day.
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