1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Alpina B 12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 106 kg more than 1992 Alpina B 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm). This means 1992 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B 12 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 12 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
