2009 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 335 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
