1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | Alpina | Monteverdi |
| Model | B 12 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 392 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
