2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 36 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina Roadster | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | Roadster | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 119 L |