2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 630 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 630. 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 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 630 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 630 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |