2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 596 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina Roadster | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | Roadster | Presea |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |