1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1994 BMW 520
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 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 345 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1994 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1494 kg |
