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


 

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