2007 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 330 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
