1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 146 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
