1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 1999 Alpina B 12 and 1999 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1999 Alpina B 12 and 1999 Dodge Caravan 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 83 kg more than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1999 Alpina B 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1999 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 12 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
