1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1997 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1997 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 12 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
