1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 315 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B 12. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1995 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1995 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3211 mm |
