2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 526 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina Roadster | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
Model | Roadster | F40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 120 L |