1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1998 BMW 316 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 316 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 1998 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 316 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
