1994 Alpina B 12 vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1994 Alpina B 12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 1994 Alpina B 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 1994 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alpina B 12 | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Alpina | Berkeley |
Model | B 12 | Foursome |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 58 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1990 mm |