2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Brera | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |