1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 BMW 503
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 BMW 503 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 503 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |