2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
