2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar 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 193 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 526 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | Roadster | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
