1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 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 490 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 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 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B 12 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
