2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 BMW 328

To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 190 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 2007 BMW 328
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Brera 328
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1515 kg


 

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