1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL 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 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | Spider | TL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
