1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 12 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 12 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
