2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 8 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 396 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Alpina | Pagani |
| Model | Roadster | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
