1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B 12 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 895 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Gol, 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B 12 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
