1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 345 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 355 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 2009 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
