1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 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 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
