2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW MM Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW MM Roadster would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
