1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1959 BMW 503
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1959 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 503 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
