1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 7 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Dardo | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |