1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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 215 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 12 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
