1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 340 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
