1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 28 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 676 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 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 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 525 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |