2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Alpina 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | Roadster | Vantage |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |