1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Nuvola | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
