1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (318 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 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 640 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 640 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1825 kg |
