1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 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 535 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 535 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2968 mm |