1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet 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 650 kg more than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B 12 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
