2011 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo

To start off, both 2011 BMW 750 and 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 750 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 2011 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo, 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 750 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo
Make BMW Alfa Romeo
Model 750 MiTo
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4400 cc 1366 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 609 Nm 129 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 5075 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1902 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1481 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3071 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 45 L


 

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