2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 95 kg more than 2010 BMW 328.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 159 | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |