2011 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 335 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 335 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
