1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Alpina B 12
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1995 Alpina B 12 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1995 Alpina B 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (260 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Alpina B 12 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
Model | Spider | B 12 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 469 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |