1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 4 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 610 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 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 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 730 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |