1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 628 kg more than 1971 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
