1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 43 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 12 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
