1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 3 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 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 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Dardo | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
