1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Audi RS6
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 44 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 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS6 weights approximately 698 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, 2009 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 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 | 2009 Audi RS6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | RS6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |