2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
