1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 316 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
