2008 Acura TL vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Bella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
