2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT 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 230 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | Roadster | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
