1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1992 BMW 850 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 1992 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
