2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpina | Porsche |
Model | Roadster | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |