2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | Roadster | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1620 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |