2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 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) has 234 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 616 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | Roadster | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
