1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 11 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), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 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 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1810 kg |
