2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 335 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |