2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore 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 182 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | Roadster | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
