1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 BMW CLS
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1995 BMW CLS (260 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1995 BMW CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 BMW CLS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | CLS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
