1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | Touring |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |