2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 166 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |
