1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1993 Alpina B 12
To start off, 1993 Alpina B 12 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
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, 1993 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm). This means 1993 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1993 Alpina B 12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | Cuneo | B 12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
