1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1984 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1995 Alpina B 12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Turismo 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 734 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Turismo.
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, 1984 Plymouth Turismo, 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 1984 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
| Model | B 12 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
