2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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 71 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 2011 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 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | Roadster | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
