2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 10 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 880 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CLS | 155 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
