2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 429 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina Roadster. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2006 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | Roadster | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
