2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro 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 450 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro.
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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B 12 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
