2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 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 151 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | Roadster | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
