1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
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 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1958 Maserati GT 3500 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 Maserati GT 3500. 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 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 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 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Dardo | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
