2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
