BMW M3 Competition vs. Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW M3 Competition and Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW M3 Competition and the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio.

When comparing the BMW M3 Competition's and the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio's specifications and ratings, the BMW M3 Competition has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW M3 Competition's and the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio is a better car than the BMW M3 Competition.

Pricing: A used 2024 BMW M3 Competition ranges from $77,224 to $91,157 while a used 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio is priced between $59,098 to $75,123.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M3 Competition loses 54.2 percent of its value and the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio loses 55.4 percent of its value. This means the BMW M3 Competition retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW M3 Competition’s base engine makes 503 horsepower, and the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio base engine makes 505 horsepower. The Competition is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. The Quadrifoglio is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 383 miles. This gives the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M3 Competition. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are compact cars, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and front leg room. The BMW M3 Competition has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.