2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Brera | Park Ward |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |