2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina Roadster would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina Roadster | 2006 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | Roadster | M3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |