2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 4 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 70 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina Roadster | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | Roadster | 328 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |