1993 Alpina B 12 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1993 Alpina B 12 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B 12 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
| Model | B 12 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 280 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 | 1790 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
