1991 Alpina B vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 926 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Alpina | Morgan |
| Model | B | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
