1991 Alpina B vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (370 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 63 kg more than 1991 Alpina B.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B | Charger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3053 mm |
