1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1992 Alpina B 12 and 1992 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 779 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1992 Alpina B 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 1992 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 1992 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpina B 12 | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B 12 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |