1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1600 kg |
