1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40.
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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B 12 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2220 mm |
