1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 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 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1620 kg |
