2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |