1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream.
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, 2012 Honda Stream, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B 12 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
