2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 BMW 323
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 BMW 323 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 85 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.
Because 2008 BMW 323 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 2008 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
