1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 McLaren MP4
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1985 McLaren MP4 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 McLaren MP4 (987 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 861 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 McLaren MP4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 621 kg more than 1985 McLaren MP4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 McLaren MP4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | McLaren |
| Model | Spider | MP4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 11500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 540 kg |
