1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |