1999 BMW V12 vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW V12 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B5. (700 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | V12 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
