2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 180 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 550 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 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 BMW 550 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. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 550 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
