1994 Alpina B 12 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Alpina B 12.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm). This means 1994 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alpina B 12 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B 12 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
