2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 BMW M were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 BMW M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | M |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |