1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Alpina B 12
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 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 868 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40.
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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1999 Alpina B 12 | |
| Make | Austin | Alpina |
| Model | A 40 | B 12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
