1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1265 kg |
