1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 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 535 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 535 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |