1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B 12 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 789 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
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, 1992 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 1992 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B 12 | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B 12 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
