1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
