1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 1999 Alpina B 12 and 1999 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 335 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
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 Lancia Kappa, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (310 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 12 | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Alpina | Lancia |
Model | B 12 | Kappa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |