1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 460 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2010 BMW Z4 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 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | Z4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2497 mm |