2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 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 154 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Volvo 164. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | Roadster | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
