1993 Alpina B 12 vs. 1998 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 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 | 1998 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpina |
| Model | B 12 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 342 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 490 Nm |
| 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 | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
