1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2008 BMW 750
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 12 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 BMW 750. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 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 | 2008 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3499 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1734 kg |
