1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1978 BMW 520
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1978 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1670 kg |
