1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 9 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 3 kg more than 1995 Alpina B 12.
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, 1995 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B 12 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
