1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1995 Alpina B 12 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB would be higher. 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 1003 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
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, 1995 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B 12 | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 121 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 | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
