2005 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
