2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 Alpina Roadster and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | Roadster | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |