2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 261 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
Model | Roadster | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |