2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster. 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | Roadster | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
