2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1995 BMW 730 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 1995 BMW 730. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 730 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
