2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 41 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | Roadster | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
