2012 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 159 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
