1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1995 Alpina B6. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alpina B6 | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Alpina | TVR |
Model | B6 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7729 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |