2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 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 99 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | Roadster | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
