2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GT and 2009 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |