2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DB7 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
