1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 BMW 540
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 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 540 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 540 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1771 kg |
