2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | RSC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
