2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina Roadster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | Roadster | M6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2781 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |