1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1997 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1945 kg |
