1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 43 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 836 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |