2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 325 | 156 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
