2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 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 222 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411. 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roadster | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
