2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 BMW 740 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 BMW 740 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 740 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |