1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 17 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1042 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
