1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 BMW 520
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 520 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |