1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | X5 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |