1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 46 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 855 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | X5 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |