2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | Roadster | Flying Star |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
