1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dardo | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
