1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 10 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 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 395 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
