1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 12 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 307 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
