2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | Roadster | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
