1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Bella | 330 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
