2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 45 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Alpina | Rover |
| Model | Roadster | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
