2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B 12 | 512 BBi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
