2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 196 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 1979 Ford Fairlane 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. 1979 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
