1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 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 | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1255 kg |
