1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 320 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |