1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 13 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
