2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT

To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Alfa Romeo GT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 2009 Alfa Romeo GT
Make BMW Alfa Romeo
Model 335 GT
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 63 L


 

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