1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 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. Both 1995 Alpina B 12 and 2011 Nissan Quest are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 273 kg more than 1995 Alpina B 12.
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, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 12 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
