1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 12 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet 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 806 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B 12 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
