2005 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 318 | Brera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
