1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 BMW 732
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1979 BMW 732 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 732 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
