1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 BMW 320
To start off, both 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1977 BMW 320 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (161 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 320 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 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.
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1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 320 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |