1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 4 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B 12. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1995 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1995 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 12 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 631 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
