1991 Alpina B 12 vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1991 Alpina B 12 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart 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 435 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart.
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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm). This means 1991 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B 12 | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 12 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
