1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 330 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |