1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW 118

To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 2007 BMW 118
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Spider 118
Year Released 1970 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 103 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3250 RPM
Top Speed 174 km/hour 208 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 50 L


 

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