1988 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 BMW Z1
To start off, both 1988 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1988 BMW Z1 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
