2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1972 BMW 520
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 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 146 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 1972 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | Roadster | 520 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |