2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2001 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 46 kg more than 2001 BMW 530.
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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2001 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | Roadster | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
