2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 1953 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | Roadster | 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
