1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2000 BMW 520
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520.
Because 2000 BMW 520 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 2000 BMW 520. 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2000 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Dardo | 520 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |