2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alpina Roadster would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2004 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2004 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | Roadster | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
