1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 12.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
| Model | B 12 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
