2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 BMW 530
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 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 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |