2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 146 | 640 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
