2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 BMW 528
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 BMW 528 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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, 2008 BMW 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 BMW 528 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 147 | 528 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |