2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 350 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | Roadster | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
