1994 Alpina B 12 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1994 Alpina B 12 and 1994 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 106 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm). This means 1994 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alpina B 12 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 12 | S |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 270 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 | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |