2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 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 3,195 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 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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 528. (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 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Brera | 528 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 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 | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
