2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 806 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 173 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Because 2009 Alpina Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | Roadster | 806 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
