1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 21 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 470 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 320 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 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 320 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
