2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 91 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
