2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 12 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. Both 2000 Alpina B 12 and 2012 Nissan Murano are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 12.
Because 2000 Alpina B 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 12 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |
