2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 64 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadster | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
