1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 146 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
