2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 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 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 530 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |