1991 Alpina B 12 vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1991 Alpina B 12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Alpina B 12.
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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B 12 | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Alpina | Packard |
| Model | B 12 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3240 mm |
