2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
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, 2000 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B 12 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1970 mm |
