1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 8 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
