1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Because 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Bella | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
