1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dardo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
