2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 910 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
| Model | Spider | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 5952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3410 mm |
