2001 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Alpina B 12
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B 12 would be higher. Both 2001 Acura NSX and 1991 Alpina B 12 are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine.
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, 1991 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1991 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1991 Alpina B 12 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | NSX | B 12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
