2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 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 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
