2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 731 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. 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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Cortina. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
