1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 BMW 2800
To start off, 1969 BMW 2800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1966 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 BMW 2800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 2800 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |