1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 7 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B 12 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 604 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
