2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 613 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. 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, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 1963 Ford Consul | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | Roadster | Consul |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 58.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |