1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1973 BMW 3
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1973 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
