1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 BMW M3
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | M3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
