2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
