2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 BMW 323
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2007 BMW 323 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 323 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 2007 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2007 BMW 323 (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 156 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
