2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 666 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alpina | Wartburg |
| Model | Roadster | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
