1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | M |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |