2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 735 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | Touring |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |