1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2012 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 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 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |
