1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 750 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |