1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 12 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), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 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 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| 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 | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
