1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 155 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1465 kg |
