1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 BMW LMR
To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW LMR weights approximately 635 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 BMW LMR (355 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 1999 BMW LMR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 BMW LMR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | LMR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
