2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 520 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 12 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 190 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 | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
