1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 20 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 311 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 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 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
