2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadster | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
