2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | Roadster | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
