2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | Roadster | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |