1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 2008 BMW 750
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 16 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B 12. 2008 BMW 750 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. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B 12 | 2008 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
