1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 BMW 530

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 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 530.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 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 530
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Spider 530
Year Released 1962 2009
Body Type Roadster Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2582 cc 2992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 480 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 70 L


 

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