2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1971 Buick GS
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1971 Buick GS | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | Roadster | GS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
