1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 12 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1997 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B 12 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3060 mm |
