1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 928 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 155 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
