1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 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 432 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 1992 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B 12 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 240 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 | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
