1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 14 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. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 40 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 12 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
