2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
