2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 155 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1040 kg |
