2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1957 Austin A135
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1957 Austin A135 | |
Make | Alpina | Austin |
Model | Roadster | A135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |