1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 44 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 9 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 120 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |