2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
