2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 924 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 12.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 12. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 12 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
