2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 156 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
