1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 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 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 325 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |