1996 BMW 725 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 725 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
