1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri weights approximately 500 kg more than 1980 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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1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | Karmann Asso di Quadri |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |