2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 147 | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |