1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1992 Alpina B 12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1992 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B 12 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
