2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 BMW 700
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 700 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 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 700 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
