2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1103 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SSC |
| Model | Spider | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2667 mm |
