1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 15 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 95 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |
