1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 BMW 324
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 BMW 324 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 324 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |