2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina Roadster | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | Roadster | TE-50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |