1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW 750
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 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, 2007 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 750 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 88 L |