1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1958 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dardo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
