1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 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 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1752 kg |
