1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina.
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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 12 | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B 12 | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 134 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |