1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster 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 | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 145 | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
