2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 31 kg more than 1992 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane. 1992 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. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 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 | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2930 mm |
