2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 166 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |