2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 360 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 M3 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 M3. 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 M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | M3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |