2011 BMW 535 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 535 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
