1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 BMW 760
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 35 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 760 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 88 L |
