2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 330 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
