1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 670 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 335 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |