2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 86 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2003 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | Roadster | Regal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
