2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina Roadster 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 148 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 2007 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | Roadster | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
