1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Alpina B 12
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
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, 1999 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1999 Alpina B 12 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpina |
| Model | 750 | B 12 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
