2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
