2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 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 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |