1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 BMW 728
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1979 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 728 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1470 kg |
