1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 3.3 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
