1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Spider | M |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |