1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 6 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 12.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Vauxhall |
| Model | B 12 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
