2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 335 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1368 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
