1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 125 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |