2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina Roadster 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 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 251 kg more than 2007 BMW 130. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | Roadster | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
