1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 328 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |