2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 BMW 328 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 166 | 328 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1515 kg |