1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 671 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | M3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
