1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown 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 535 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 12 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
