1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 45 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 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 | 2010 BMW 116 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 116 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |