2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 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 174 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | Roadster | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
