1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 778 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 400 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
