2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
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 Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | Dinan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
