1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 14 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 410 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, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
