1993 Alpina B 12 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1993 Alpina B 12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1993 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 1993 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B 12 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 12 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
