1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 9 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. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2006 Saleen S7 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 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Saleen |
| Model | B 12 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| 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 | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2692 mm |
