1998 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 155 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
