1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 2000 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 12 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 1330 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 2000 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Alpina | Ariel |
| Model | B 12 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
