1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 315 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, 1999 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
| Model | B 12 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
