2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
