1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | M3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |