1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 BMW V12
To start off, 1998 BMW V12 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW V12 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1973 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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 788 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 BMW V12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | V12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
