1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 155 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1800 kg |
