2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
