1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1978 BMW B7
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW B7 would be higher. Both 1999 Alpina B 12 and 1978 BMW B7 are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 BMW B7.
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, 1978 BMW B7 (627 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1978 BMW B7 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 | 1978 BMW B7 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
