1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 BMW CLS
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1995 BMW CLS were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1995 BMW CLS 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 1995 BMW CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1995 BMW CLS (260 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm). This means 1995 BMW CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1995 BMW CLS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
