2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 166 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |
