2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |