1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 32 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 411 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 995 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina 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 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | Alpina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3000 mm |
