2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 206 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | Roadster | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
