1994 Alpina B 12 vs. 1980 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1994 Alpina B 12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen 1302 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 1040 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
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, 1994 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm). This means 1994 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alpina B 12 | 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B 12 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
