1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1991 Alpina B 12
To start off, 1991 Alpina B 12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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, 1991 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1991 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1991 Alpina B 12 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | B 12 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 469 Nm |
Top Speed | 205 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 | 550 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |