1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 12 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
