2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 391 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster. 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Alpina | Tesla |
| Model | Roadster | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2352 mm |
