1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1995 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 1995 Alpina B 12 and 1995 Suzuki Samurai 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 860 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1995 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B 12 | 1995 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
Model | B 12 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 103 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |