2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 12 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 250 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 BMW 330 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. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 12 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
