1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro 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 500 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B 12 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
