2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 159 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
