1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 10 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 365 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 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 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
