1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 125 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |