2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 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 207 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Triumph 2000. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Alpina | Triumph |
Model | Roadster | 2000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |