2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus 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 203 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus. 2007 Smart Brabus has automatic transmission and 2005 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Alpina | Smart |
| Model | Roadster | Brabus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
