1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 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 630 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818.
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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 12 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
