1994 Alpina B 12 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 16 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 3,500 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 325 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm). This means 1994 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alpina B 12 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 12 | CLC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
