1991 Alpina B vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1991 Alpina B. (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpina B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpina B. (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpina B.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpina B | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Alpina | TVR |
Model | B | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5646 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |