2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (385 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 Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | Z4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
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 | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |