2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 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 535 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |