2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 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 233 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 255 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Alpina | Riley |
Model | Roadster | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |