1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 BMW 323
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 BMW 323 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 323 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 323 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |