1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 17 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2012 Ascari A10 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 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ascari |
| Model | B 12 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 625 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2636 mm |
