1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 11 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 525 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 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 | 2008 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
