1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 BMW 550

To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 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 550
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Spider 550
Year Released 1962 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2582 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 70 L


 

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