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 2,993 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 182 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 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 895 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 330 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 | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1935 kg |
