2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 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 75 kg more than 2010 BMW 135.
Because 2010 BMW 135 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 2010 BMW 135. 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 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 | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 135 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
