1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 BMW 520
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 9 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 520 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |