1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 730 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, 2011 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 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 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | X3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2807 mm |