2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2000 Alpina B 12 and 2000 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 12 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 193 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
