2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 161 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
