2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 147 | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |