1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 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. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 323 kg more than 1992 Alpina B 12.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 1992 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B 12 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B 12 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
