1993 Alpina B 12 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 10 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Alpina | Koenigsegg |
| Model | B 12 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 655 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 389 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2659 mm |
