2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1961 Austin A 55
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 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 245 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 275 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1961 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | Roadster | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
