2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |