1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 17 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 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 276 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 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 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
