2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
Model | Roadster | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |