1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 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), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (451 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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 | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 155 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| 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 | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
