1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 12. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B 12 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
