1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm) has 961 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Alpina | Zenvo |
| Model | B 12 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 1104 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 375 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3055 mm |
