1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 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 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2761 mm |
