2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 328 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |