2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brera | Bella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
