1991 Alpina B vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
