2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 BMW 740
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 BMW 740 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 BMW 740 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 740. 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 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2009 BMW 740 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. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
