2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 300 ZX 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 17 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 190 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | Roadster | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |