1998 Alpina B 12 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 12 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
