2008 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 328 | 147 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
