2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Alpina | Skoda |
Model | Roadster | 440 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |