1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1995 Alpina B 12 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B 12 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
