1996 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 1996 BMW 545 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 1996 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 545 | Brera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |