1993 Alpina B 12 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 17 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 816 kg more than 1993 Alpina B 12.
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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B 12. 2010 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B 12 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 12 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3099 mm |
