1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 16 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 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 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1925 kg |
