1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 6 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. (454 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 870 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 | 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 155 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1910 kg |
