1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 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 | 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 155 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
