1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2000 BMW 318
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2000 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1395 kg |
