1992 Alpina B 12 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 19 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B 12 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B 12 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 652 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 335 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 | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
