2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 940 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B 12 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
