2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 9 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 156 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
