1994 Alpina B 12 vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 13 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 150 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alpina B 12 | 2007 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
