1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Bora 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 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Alpina | Maserati |
| Model | B 12 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
