1998 Alpina B 12 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 12 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 35 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 1998 Alpina B 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1998 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1998 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 12 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 12 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
