2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1998 BMW Pickster 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 1998 BMW Pickster. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | Pickster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
