1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 15 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. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 12.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
