2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 2004 Alpina Roadster and 2004 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | Roadster | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |