1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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 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 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 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 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 320 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 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 | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |