2005 Acura RL vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 477 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
