2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 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 155 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. 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 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 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 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 130 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |