2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 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 50 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
Because 2013 BMW M3 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 2013 BMW M3. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |