1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 330 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
