1991 Alpina B 12 vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1991 Alpina B 12 and 1991 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm). This means 1991 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B 12 | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B 12 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
